Autocar (Autocar) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Xpert, 2010-2020 Xspotter, 2008-2020 Xpeditor, 2008-2010 WXLL and WX vehicles. A worn parking brake control valve can leak air into the vent line, creating excessive back pressure and causing the parking brake to release unexpectedly.
Autocar – Worn Valve May Leak and Release Parking Brake
| Report Received Date | 01/23/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V023000 |
| Consequence Summary | The unexpected release of the parking brake may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will remove the vent line and fitting from the valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2023 ACTT-2301. |
| Recall Code | ACX-2303 ACTT-2301 |
| Potentially Affected | 11353 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V023000) |
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